NHER 658 (Monument record) - Undated pits, Mousehold Heath
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Summary
In 1952 the faint traces of several sand and gravel pits were identified here. No date was assigned to these features but they were felt to be artificial.
Possibly sand extraction pits used by the Norfolk Stone Company in the manufacture of early concrete.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORWICH, NORWICH, NORFOLK |
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Full Description
1952. 'Near Valley Drive'.
Faint traces of 'pits'.
Two sand and gravel but artificial as seen by R. R. Clarke (NCM).
Possibly sand extraction pits used by the Norfolk Stone Company in the manufacture of early concrete.
NIAS note taken from White's Directory 1864 (S1)
See also (S2)
W. Arnold (HES) 23 Febuary 2011
Associated Sources (5)
- --- SNF1141 Monograph: 1901. The Victoria History of Norfolk. The Victoria History of the Counties of England. Vol 1. p 263.
- --- SNF6595 Publication: King, E. 1799. Munimenta Antiqua (or, observations on ancient castles). Vol I. pp 50-53.
- --- SNF87229 Record Card: Clarke, R. R. and NCM Staff. 1933-1973. Norwich Castle Museum Record Card - Norwich - Post Roman.
- <S1> SNF760 Directory: White, W.. 1845. White's History, Gazetteer and Directory of Norfolk.
- <S2> SNF57617 Archive: NIAS. Norfolk Industrial Archaeology Society Records.
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Record last edited
Feb 5 2013 11:09AM